I am looking for a tire that rides great first , handles second. I have been looking at the surveys and think I have it narrowed it down to the Yokahama Advans or S drive for my supercharged 06 GT Mustang. Don't worry I have a set of Drag radials in the garage for play time. I am just tired of the ride my Raptors are giving me.

I do not do auto cross but and was wondering if the extra $200 is worth the price of the Advans

Alternative suggestions welcomed

Never drive in winter
235-55-17 or 255-50-17 only

 

The S drive is a lower performance tire than the advan sport or neova. The ride quality for the advan sport and S drive will be similar but the treadlife of the S drive will be better. You will get better handling and traction out of the sport though.

The neova will provide the best traction and handling but not the best ride quality.

 

I really like my S.Drives for a DD and the ride is excellent. I've only got around 5,000 miles on them, but they seem to be wearing really well. If you've got DRs already, I say get the cheaper S.Drives and pocket the $200.